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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-13-15, 06:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,651
Posted By msr13

Over the last year, I have developed quite a bit...

Over the last year, I have developed quite a bit of knee pain that was not caused by cycling. I can't say whether my pain is similar to the OP's, but for what it's worth I switched to Speedplay...
Forum: Touring
06-03-15, 08:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,653
Posted By msr13

I made the switch to Frogs last month and love...

I made the switch to Frogs last month and love them. Took a couple rides to get used to the clipping in, but I love the float. Got scared by the post stating they would be discontinued. Glad to hear...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-15, 05:39 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 5,222
Posted By msr13

Forget the bikes... I am drooling over the...

Forget the bikes... I am drooling over the Campellone. Sight unseen.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-15, 05:39 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 11,014
Posted By msr13

:thumb:

:thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-15, 05:04 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 11,014
Posted By msr13

I haven't been on this Board very long, so please...

I haven't been on this Board very long, so please forgive any inaccuracies in my observations. I have seen several threads where some posters knock doctors, lawyers, dentists, etc. for spending what...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-15, 04:34 PM
Replies: 681
Views: 54,550
Posted By msr13

Congrats! That's my goal this summer. 50 without...

Congrats! That's my goal this summer. 50 without a heart attack ;)

Anyway, great job in a great time.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-28-15, 02:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,621
Posted By msr13

Looks sweet! I love the FX series. Enjoy.

Looks sweet! I love the FX series. Enjoy.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-15, 02:31 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,064
Posted By msr13

Yeah--Totally agree with Preco. Never had a run...

Yeah--Totally agree with Preco. Never had a run in with a bee before this thread. After days empathizing with all of you a bee flew into my helmet today. I was sure I got lucky and it flew right out....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-15, 04:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,501
Posted By msr13

Just an update... For kicks and giggles I got a...

Just an update... For kicks and giggles I got a set of Time ATAC 8s. Put them on hit the road. They were tighter than the Shimanos, but my understanding is they will loosen up after a couple of...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-27-15, 03:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,062
Posted By msr13

Yep. I totally agree with you. It's one of the...

Yep. I totally agree with you. It's one of the reasons I'll hold off until I see other reasons to get one.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-27-15, 02:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,062
Posted By msr13

I think the Apple Watch is going to be...

I think the Apple Watch is going to be fantastic-- just maybe not in this first version. Consumer Reports just came out with its review and said the heart monitor works as well as a strap. So, I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-15, 04:13 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,403
Posted By msr13

Excellent. Thanks.

Excellent. Thanks.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-26-15, 08:43 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 20,479
Posted By msr13

My hybrid was the first bike I owned since...

My hybrid was the first bike I owned since childhood. It was so much fun to ride and way easier, if I recall correctly, to ride than those old 10 speeds from Sears. Since I've migrated more to the...
Forum: Living Car Free
04-26-15, 07:32 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 53,554
Posted By msr13

I have two, but I just bought my father a Fuji...

I have two, but I just bought my father a Fuji Barnebey 7 that will most likely live at my house for visits.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-15, 05:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,461
Posted By msr13

Ahhh, man. That's horrible... And incredibly...

Ahhh, man. That's horrible... And incredibly painful. I'm glad you recovered.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-15, 04:53 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,461
Posted By msr13

It's the crosswinds that can be scary if you get...

It's the crosswinds that can be scary if you get hit by one of the unexpectedly. Wasn't paying attention last week and got blown right off the road :p. My daughter couldn't stop laughing. At least I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-15, 02:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,403
Posted By msr13

Again, my reference point is from the perspective...

Again, my reference point is from the perspective of using the Shimano shoes I shared above, but I found the SPD cleats super easy in and out of using different SPD pedals. My only complaint was the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-15, 12:04 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,767
Posted By msr13

Congrats! Excellent. The mileage is great, the...

Congrats! Excellent. The mileage is great, the weight loss in even cooler.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-15, 09:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,403
Posted By msr13

I love these shoes. They look clunky, but are...

I love these shoes. They look clunky, but are super comfortable and I forget they have cleats attached when walking around in them.

Amazon.com: Shimano 2014 Men's Commuter/Tour Cycling Shoes -...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-15, 08:27 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 8,259
Posted By msr13

Bike fit, bike fit, bike fit. Getting a bike that...

Bike fit, bike fit, bike fit. Getting a bike that fits me was night and day. Then getting a saddle that worked for me. And, finally riding everyday.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-15, 07:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,501
Posted By msr13

Thanks for the input, everyone. Much appreciated....

Thanks for the input, everyone. Much appreciated. I do like my Shimano pedals and shoes. I was just wondering if the grass was greener. But, I am in a position of "if it ain't broke..." It seems like...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-15, 03:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,501
Posted By msr13

Pedal Differences

I appreciate any input.

I am riding a road bike. I want to use shoes that I can walk in which seems to limit me to mountain bike pedals. I am currently using Shimano XT M780s. This is all I have...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-15, 08:02 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 19,156
Posted By msr13

Cool. Thanks. I have an Aliante VSX. I love the...

Cool. Thanks. I have an Aliante VSX. I love the Aliante line. Enjoy!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-15, 07:06 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 19,156
Posted By msr13

Congrats! What a beautiful looking bike. If I may...

Congrats! What a beautiful looking bike. If I may ask, which Fizik saddle is that? Thanks.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-18-15, 09:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,670
Posted By msr13

I am also 5'9" and 250. I bought the Alliante and...

I am also 5'9" and 250. I bought the Alliante and love it. Took a few rides to get used to it, but now I am very comfortable on it.

My biggest problems with saddles are they will feel either good...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-17-15, 08:08 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,828
Posted By msr13

It took me about three weeks to get to 20. I was...

It took me about three weeks to get to 20. I was pretty happy about it when my friend asked how flat the ride was. It was all flat. He smiled and told me to work up to 20 on a hilly ride. That was a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-15, 06:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,827
Posted By msr13

These aren't the coolest looking shoes, or the...

These aren't the coolest looking shoes, or the lightest, but they are super comfortable, walkable, and easy to drive in, let alone use with platform pedals when needed.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-15, 08:54 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 27,496
Posted By msr13

Can't go wrong with Cheap a Trick on bikes. ...

Can't go wrong with Cheap a Trick on bikes.

http://i719.photobucket.com/albums/ww196/msrthiagi/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsulbtxpwe.jpg...
Forum: Introductions
04-10-15, 07:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 453
Posted By msr13

Hi Neighbor-- nice to see you here. Lots of great...

Hi Neighbor-- nice to see you here. Lots of great places to ride around here. Enjoy!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-10-15, 07:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,522
Posted By msr13

I bought a Domane last week and the LBS included...

I bought a Domane last week and the LBS included this deal as part of the transaction. The owner said it was part of Trek's incentive all month. I think if I read the ad in the link properly in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-15, 07:46 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 10,045
Posted By msr13

My friend recently decided to start biking. Other...

My friend recently decided to start biking. Other than wanting to ride, she doesn't yet differentiate between touring, racing, commuting, etc. She just wants to get on a two-wheel machine that won't...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 06:43 PM
Replies: 438
Views: 143,488
Posted By msr13

Very sweet. Just got the exact same bike last...

Very sweet. Just got the exact same bike last week. Enjoy!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-06-15, 06:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,517
Posted By msr13

Thanks, GeorgeBMac. Very helpful and interesting....

Thanks, GeorgeBMac. Very helpful and interesting.

Right now I am just trying to figure out a general target as a starting point. I found this reference and while generic, it is very helpful. I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-06-15, 05:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,746
Posted By msr13

My bike definitely looks like it should go fast....

My bike definitely looks like it should go fast. Today I was zooming. The wind blowing through my helmet. It was great...

Until the three 60+ ladies passed me on the left, chatting away. :cry::(
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-06-15, 06:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,517
Posted By msr13

Thanks for the leads. I went through the site and...

Thanks for the leads. I went through the site and got the books. Much appreciated.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 06:00 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,298
Posted By msr13

Thanks. It was great! I'm out of shape from a...

Thanks. It was great! I'm out of shape from a sedentary winter, but the bike was so comfortable. I did make a saddle switch to a Fizik Aliante Versus X and love it. Could have gone all day.

As as...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-05-15, 06:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 739
Posted By msr13

I see blue. But seriously, I really like the...

I see blue.

But seriously, I really like the purple. Nice!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-05-15, 06:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,517
Posted By msr13

Heart Rate Questions

Is there a chart someone can point me to that indicates the target heart rate taking into consideration age and weight? And, I assume that that target should fluctuate as an intended ride is more or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-15, 05:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,759
Posted By msr13

Man, I would totally miss seeing that. No wonder...

Man, I would totally miss seeing that. No wonder your friend hit it. Hope he was ok.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-05-15, 12:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,545
Posted By msr13

Looks great! I like the matte black. Enjoy!

Looks great! I like the matte black. Enjoy!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-15, 10:26 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,298
Posted By msr13

I've only had it for a few days and I have only...

I've only had it for a few days and I have only been riding for three years with a high ignorance quotient. So, take any recommendations from me with a grain of salt.

I love it. I could've gotten...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-15, 08:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,298
Posted By msr13

The orange caught my eye. The ride convinced me...

The orange caught my eye. The ride convinced me to buy. Thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-15, 09:09 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,298
Posted By msr13

Thanks for all the kind words. Played a little...

Thanks for all the kind words. Played a little hookie today and went for a ride. So much fun and smooth. Can't wait to go out this weekend.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-15, 04:28 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,298
Posted By msr13

Much appreciated! :thumb: I agree. I love...

Much appreciated! :thumb:


I agree. I love the orange. Thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-15, 06:50 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,298
Posted By msr13

Ahh, thanks. I certainly don't want to look like...

Ahh, thanks. I certainly don't want to look like a Fred. ;)
Forum: Commuting
03-31-15, 06:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,188
Posted By msr13

I think I may do that. I just got a new bike and...

I think I may do that. I just got a new bike and put Ultegra pedals on it, but on my hybrid, I have SPD. My SPD shoes are just so convenient and as my daughter rides more and more with me, the need...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-15, 06:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,298
Posted By msr13

Thanks, everyone. I spent 30 minutes on it before...

Thanks, everyone. I spent 30 minutes on it before dark. It is definitely a sweet ride for me. I do love the orange.

Reflectors are off, but I don't know what a "dork disk" is. What is it?

As...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-15, 05:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,298
Posted By msr13

New Domane

After three years cycling, I have truly enjoyed myself more and more. My main ride was a Cannondale Synapse 6, but over the years I had a lot of problems with it. A couple of warranty issues which...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-12, 05:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 512
Posted By msr13

I didn't know about co-ops. Looks like we have...

I didn't know about co-ops. Looks like we have two in the area. Thanks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-12, 03:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 512
Posted By msr13

Beginner Maintenance Training

I had a wonderful time today. My LBS gave me a couple hours of one-on-one time with one of their bike techs who taught me how to fix a flat, adjust my brakes, dust the derailleurs, and perform...
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